Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Assistant
Lake Havasu Unified School District
Lake Havasu City, AZ
03.2021 - 03.2024
Organized office operations and procedures, such as managing calendars, scheduling appointments, preparing reports and maintaining records.
Performed data entry tasks into various computer systems accurately and efficiently.
Provided administrative support to multiple departments as needed.
Greeted visitors in a professional manner and provided assistance when necessary.
Maintained an organized filing system of paper documents and electronic files.
Answered incoming calls in a professional manner and directed callers to the appropriate personnel.
Assisted with special projects as needed by researching information on the internet or through other sources.
Provided administrative support to staff members, including copying and scanning documents, filing paperwork, and ordering supplies.
Handled incoming and outgoing mail and packages, including preparation for shipping.
Organized and scheduled meetings and appointments for management.
Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information and documents.
Provided customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
Managed daily office operations and maintained a clean and efficient workspace.
Utilized office equipment such as printers, copiers, and fax machines efficiently.
Troubleshot office equipment, computer hardware and software issues.
Delivered messages and ran errands.
Attended professional development trainings related to behavior management strategies.
Participated in staff meetings focused on discussing best practices related to behavior management techniques.
Implemented positive reinforcement strategies to increase desired behaviors.
Facilitated positive behavioral interventions, strategies, and supports in the classroom setting.
Provided individual and group behavior support to students with special needs.
Modified instructional approaches as needed to address student's individual learning styles.
Monitored student progress towards established goals related to behaviors.
Developed positive relationships with students by providing guidance, encouragement, and reinforcement.
Performed additional duties as assigned by supervisor or school administration.
Maintained accurate records of student attendance and behavior incidents.
Participated in teacher-parent conferences to address student progress or problems.
Substitute Teacher
Lake Havasu Unified School District
Lake Havasu City, AZ
11.2020 - 03.2021
Organized lesson plans and activities for students.
Implemented differentiated instruction strategies based on individual student needs.
Supported special needs students by providing individual instruction as needed.
Ensured that each student had access to appropriate materials and resources.
Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance and behavior.
Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles.
Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
Monitored student progress and provided feedback for improvement.
Served as a mentor for new substitute teachers when necessary.
Created an environment conducive to learning while managing challenging behaviors.
Collaborated with other teachers to ensure student success.
Paraprofessional
DODEA Schools
Spangdahlem, Germany
08.2017 - 06.2020
Provided technical assistance to teachers when using new software or technology tools.
Utilized effective communication strategies when interacting with diverse populations.
Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports.
Assisted teachers with planning and preparing lessons for students.
Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
Ensured that all safety regulations were followed in the classroom environment.
Facilitated communication between educators, administrators, and parents regarding student progress.
Instructed students using a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations.
Developed creative learning activities that engage all types of learners.
Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions with struggling students when needed.
Attended professional development workshops related to job responsibilities.
Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers and parents.
Collaborated with special education staff to develop Individualized Education Plans.
Participated in parent and teacher conferences to discuss student progress and challenges.
Customized small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs.
Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
Observed students to help teachers identify potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.
Education
High School Diploma -
Madras High School
Madras, OR
06-2008
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Front Office Assistant & Administration
Florida Gulf Coast University
Fort Myers, FL
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Central Oregon Community College
Bend, OR
Skills
Contract Preparation
Scheduling
Calendar Management
Data Entry
Proofreading
Mail handling
File Maintenance
Meeting planning
Event preparation
Administrative Support
Call handling
Office Administration
Appointment Scheduling
Supply Restocking
Positive Attitude
Resourceful
Strong Problem Solver
Mail Sorting and Distribution
Complex Problem-Solving
Scheduling Meetings
Excel spreadsheets
Prioritizing Work
Professional and mature
Verbal Communication
Technical Support
Scheduling appointments
Schedule Management
Filing and data archiving
Dedicated Team Player
Social media knowledge
Behavior redirection
Behavioral support
Positive reinforcement strategies
REFERENCES
Angela Hyde- Former Coworker email: angela.hyde@dodea.edu
Tony Testa- Former Coworker email: tony.testa@lhusd.org
Chelsie Dixon- Friend 16+ years email: chels8194@aol.com
Timeline
Office Assistant
Lake Havasu Unified School District
03.2021 - 03.2024
Substitute Teacher
Lake Havasu Unified School District
11.2020 - 03.2021
Paraprofessional
DODEA Schools
08.2017 - 06.2020
High School Diploma -
Madras High School
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Front Office Assistant & Administration
Florida Gulf Coast University
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Central Oregon Community College
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